Hormones are often blamed for the changes we see in peri-menopause, for everything from fatigue, weight gain, sleep disturbances, mood changes and brain fog, plus a whole lot more annoying and challenging symptoms. And, yes, they do play a significant role in those changes. But are hormones entirely to blame? ..Continue Reading
You know that uncomfortable digestive discomfort about an hour after you’ve eaten a meal and then wished you hadn’t? Maybe it feels like the food is just sitting, not going anywhere, or there’s bloating, pain, indigestion, that awful sense of needing to know where the bathroom is, or,,,,,,wind! A lot ..Continue Reading
For nearly two decades, women have sat with me in clinic seeking support for a whole range of health concerns. But, one common issue has been fatigue. A fatigue that doesn’t go away despite trying what seems like everything. Energy has a constantly changing level in everyday life. It’s just ..Continue Reading
Everyone needs a Christmas Survival Kit! I remember as a kid looking forward to Christmas with such anticipation and excitement. Do you remember how you just couldn’t wait for the big day? School holidays, visiting relatives, Santa, parties, presents! One thing I wasn’t aware of back then was how stressful ..Continue Reading
What’s keeping you awake at night? Hint – it could be something you may not have even considered. Finding out what that may be is the first step in setting yourself up for a good night’s sleep. Sleep is a basic human need (like water), so it’s important to ensure ..Continue Reading
Signs that your body may be the victim of prolonged stress can be obvious. Or, hidden. Either way, stress can be the driver that’s undermining your health. Stress can be a good thing It can make you feel alive, important, useful and energised. But, it can also bring about health ..Continue Reading
We all experience stress at times. In fact, life is full of low-grade daily stress. But, it’s when stress mounts up, or is compounded by an unexpected event, that we get tipped over the edge. Then, your health can suffer. When you’ve been under stress for some time, your coping ..Continue Reading
Stress produces higher than normal cortisol levels in your body. It’s the body’s way of reacting to stress. However, when those high cortisol levels are constantly high, your body reacts in an unhealthy way. Burnout from constant stress is a growing health concern and would have to be one of ..Continue Reading
Morning routines are the best way to start your day. But, most people think routines are boring. If you think that repeating the same old thing, day in, day out, is a sure way to drive yourself crazy? Or to spiral yourself further into feeling less than enthusiastic about the ..Continue Reading
A winter warmer to boost your mood and keep you satisfied for hours. Chicken is a clever protein that’s packed with amino acids that lift our mood, reduce cold sores and help us sleep. Choose chicken pieces with bones like wings, thighs or throw in a chicken carcass for the ..Continue Reading
